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Notorious Malware, Spam Host “Prospero” Moves to Kaspersky Lab
Discussion Points
- The escalating use of legitimate companies as fronts for illicit activities highlights the blurred lines between cybersecurity and crime.r
- Kaspersky Lab's involvement raises concerns about potential ties to Russian government-sponsored cyberactivity.r
- This development underscores the need for greater scrutiny and cooperation between law enforcement, hosting providers, and security firms to combat abuse.
Summary
A notorious web hosting provider known for its "bulletproof" services has secretly routed its operations through Kaspersky Lab's networks in Russia. KrebsOnSecurity uncovered this connection, sparking concerns about potential ties to Russian government-sponsored cyberactivity.
The move demonstrates how legitimate companies can be exploited by cybercriminals, emphasizing the need for increased cooperation and vigilance between law enforcement, hosting providers, and security firms to combat abuse and protect online security.
One of the most notorious providers of abuse-friendly "bulletproof" web hosting for cybercriminals has started routing its operations through networks run by the Russian antivirus and security firm Ka...
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